and players at all levels. Packed with techniques that accelerate learning and improve execution, as well as tips and insights on how to better organize practices and correct common errors, you will learn the best skills and drills for improving overall performance at every stage of the game. With the ABCA's Baseball Skills & Drills DVD , you will learn how to organize better practices, gain a better understanding of what drills you need to develop fundamental baseball skills, and improve your chances at a winning season. Developed in conjunction with the American Baseball Coaches Association-the world's leading baseball coaching organization-the Baseball Skills & Drills book and DVD feature coaches from three of the nation's top collegiate baseball programs: catching and pitching with Coach Pat McMahon of the University of Florida, hitting and base running with Coach Mark Johnson of Texas A&M University, and fielding with by Coach Jack Leggett of Clemson University. Human Kinetics DVDs are coded for universal playback and can be played in all regions of the world. 9/1/2005 copyright, 240 pages and 120 minutes.  (less)

book ever published! It covers everything: offense, defense, practice organization, drills, signs, coaching guidelines and responsibilities, correcting faults, pages of charts, diagrams, and sound baseball instruction.  (less)

of the game. Providing the content are 18 of the game's top strategists, including several coaches whose teams have totaled more than 1,000 wins and have won national championships. Meet every decision-making challenge, from setting the most effective lineup at the plate and in the field to deciding what play to call and when to call it in tight game situations. Should a runner be sent on a 2-2 pitch with one out? Should a hitter be walked to allow for a force-out even if the next batter is an RBI leader? When should a pitcher hold a runner on base from the stretch position or pitch from a more comfortable full windup? The analyses and answers to all of these questions and many more can be found in this book. In part I, you'll learn the specifics of offense, from determining the hitting lineup to studying the strengths and weaknesses of the opposing pitcher and defense. The contributors to the offensive side of the game include Itch Jones, Mike Gillespie, Danny Hall, and Mark Johnson. In part II, experts such as Bob Bennett and John Winkin explore pitching from every angle, including strategies for shutting down hitters, stopping base runners, and fielding the position. In Parts III and Parts IV, you'll learn better defensive strategies for fine-tuning your strategic approach from George Horton, Jim Morris, and Bobo Brayton, just to name a few. Take a big tactical lead on your opponent. From position-specific responsibilities to situation-specific options to adjusting to the level of competition to altering your game plan in the middle innings, Baseball Strategies covers all the bases to give you a winning advantage in thinking the game.  (less)

school, junior college, NAIA, and Division I, II, III levels, as named by Collegiate Baseball N combine to cover all aspects of coaching. The 27 contributing coaches share their keys to championship baseball, something they know well, having won 50 national titles and nearly 25,000 games. The Baseball Coaching Bible covers every facet of coaching, with each coach addressing the subject he knows best. From Bobby Winkles' chapter on instilling hustle and Ron Polk's chapter on organizing a winning program, to Ed Cheff's chapter on innovative practices and Rod Dedeaux's chapter on establishing pride and tradition, The Baseball Coaching Bible transcends the Xs and Os. The book's varied and vast amount of information allows you to pick and choose what you implement in your program in any particular season, but you will learn from and be entertained by it all. The wit and wisdom of baseball's sharpest minds shine through in their memorable stories and valuable insights. Jerry Kindall and John Winkin organized and edited the contents. The Impact of a Coach by Dave Keilitz is a strong and fitting introduction. From there the book flows logically and swiftly through six sections: Coaching Priorities and Principles with chapters from John Scolinos, Chuck Bobo Brayton, Hal Smeltzly, Bob Smith, and Winkles. Program Building and Management with entries from Ken Schreiber, Mark Marquess, Ron Fraser, and Polk. Creative and Effective Practice Sessions composed of works by Ed Cheff, Danny Litwhiler, Winkin, Gary Pullins, and Tom House. Individual Skills and Team Strategies taught by Charlie Greene, Gary Ward, Jack Stallings, Bob Bennett, and Cliff Gustafson. Player Motivation and Leadership includes Skip Bertman, Gordie Gillespie, Andy Lopez, and Dedeaux. Off-the-Field Opportunities, Challenges, and Pressures, includes chapters from Glen Tuckett, Richard Itch Jones, and Kindall. Endorsed by the American Baseball Coaches Association, The Baseball Coaching Bible is sure to be a staple in every serious baseball coach's library. And like coaching and the game itself, the book's appeal will keep drawing you back again and again. About the Author Bob Bennett has amassed a 1190-685 coaching record in his 31 years at Fresno State University. Coach  (less)

by masterful teacher and highly successful coach Bernie Walter N a three-time national coach of the year who's sent more than 55 players to the big leagues N The Baseball Handbook gives you practical instruction on everything from double plays and pop flies to pitching drills, bunting sequences, and tips for base running. The book's tips and insights guarantee you an edge over the opposing coach N one that will pay off with more wins! The Baseball Handbook is easy to use and packed full of photos, diagrams, and advanced strategies to show you the way to greater success on the field. You'll find progressive, educationally sound sequences to help you teach successfully, plus a generous number of accompanying photos and diagrams to augment and clarify the in-text instruction. The Baseball Handbook gives you solid recommendations on how to execute every play, position every player, and make every tough decision. You'll learn how to: expertly evaluate each player's talent N then develop it; conduct better, more productive practices; get your players in top shape, physically and mentally; and prepare your team for top performance in every game. Field a winning team this year with help from nine-time Maryland champ Bernie Walter. If you want to be a better coach, you need this book. About the Author Bernard P. Walter, Jr., has been the head coach at Arundel High School in Gambrills, Maryland, since 1974. With Coach Walter at the helm, Arundel has won a record-setting nine Maryland State Baseball Championships and is a three-time national coach of the year. Walter has coached 55 former or current major leaguers, including Denny Neagle, Mike Mussina, and John Smoltz. He has been named National High School Baseball Coach of the Year by the National High School Baseball Coaches Association (1993), the National Federation of Interscholastic Coaches Association (1996), and the American Baseball Coaches Association (1998). He's the only baseball coach to have been recognized by Disney's American Teacher Awards. He was the head coach for the USA Baseball Junior National Team in 1988 and 1990, and he has been a frequent clinician at national coaching clinics. He is one of only seven U.S. coach  (less)

tests, charts, practice plans, and other tools. Topics include hitting, pitching, infield play, outfield play, base running, and other fundamentals; as well as teamwork, the psychology of coaching, fundraising and stadium building, and tournaments. 2005, 311 pages.  (less)

infield skills by position, infield play, outfield play, team defensive play, pitching, and catching. The third section, planning, touches on drill systems, multipurpose drills, and strategies. Additional appendices address training aids and strength, flexibility, and endurance drills for baseball conditioning. Large 8 x 11 format with dozens of illustrations. 2002, 264 pages  (less)

provide a better opportunity to maximize baseball performance, but it will also reduce the risk for injury, minimize the extent of injury, and enhance the return to top performance after a player is injured. Chapter 1 provides information concerning the development of a resistance-training program, including how manipulation of training variables can enhance muscle strength, power, and size. Chapters 2 and 3 present information on the development of plyometric and speed/agility training, while chapter 4 focuses on aerobic and anaerobic conditioning. Chapter 5 discusses how to incorporate the information provided in the first four chapters into an annual training program, including both in-season and off-season conditioning. Chapter 6 provides information concerning the importance of a proper warm-up, including the benefits of dynamic movements and explanations of various type of stretching programs. Descriptions of selected static and partner-assisted stretches are also provided. Chapter 7 presents information on throwing programs to increase the strength of the throwing arm and Chapter 8 provides basic nutritional information for athletes, including recommendations for athletes interested in gaining weight or losing weight. In addition, recommendations for pre-exercise/pre-game and post-exercise/post-game meals are also provided.  (less)

ever before. With 52-Week Baseball Training, you can use the same baseball-specific training regimen as the major leaguers to prepare for the demands of today's game. As the strength and conditioning coach for the Houston Astros, Gene Coleman helped to extend Nolan Ryan's career into his mid - 40's, develop Jeff Bagwell into a power-hitting, perennial MVP candidate, and shape Craig Biggio into a warrior-like iron man at the plate and in the field. In 52-Week Baseball Training, Coleman provides a complete year-round conditioning plan to keep in shape in the off-season and for peak performance during the season and playoffs. These day-by-day, week-by-week, season-by-season workouts include resistance training, total conditioning exercises, and position-specific activities. And not only does this baseball-specific conditioning improve performance, it helps you avoid injuries, too. The training plan conforms well to high school, college, and summer-league calendars and organizes workouts into sequential phases: Post season N Active Rest and Recovery Off-Season N Fitness Training Pre season N Training to Play In-Season N Training to Win In addition to these detailed weekly fitness programs, the book describes how to perform each drill and exercise and includes more than 150 photos showing proper technique. Use 52-Week Baseball Training to perform better at the plate, in the field, and on the mound N every game, every season. Table of Contents PART I: The Year-Round Conditioning Plan Chapter 1. Post season N Active Rest and Recovery Chapter 2. Off-Season N Fitness Training Chapter 3. Preseason I N Training to Compete Chapter 4. Preseason II N Training to Play Chapter 5. In-Season N Training to Win PART II: Exercises and Drills Chapter 6. Warm-Up/Cool-Down and Flexibility Chapter 7. Core Strength Training Chapter 8. Shoulder, Elbow, Forearm, and Hand Chapter 9. Speed Chapter 10. Power  (less)

player development to in-game decision making, this is the approach that has made his program a perennial powerhouse on the national scene. Coaching Baseball Successfully covers it all: Off-season planning Evaluating your players Choosing and utilizing your coaching staff Motivating your team Communicating on and off the field Organizing productive practices Hitting, pitching, and base running skills Infield and outfield defensive skills Offensive and defensive strategies Scouting and game preparation In-game decision making With dozens of drills, practice plans, and advice for handling off-the-field challenges, Coaching Baseball Successfully is the most comprehensive resource available for novice and experienced coaches alike; it's your blueprint for building a championship-caliber baseball team. 1/2/2007 copyright, 208 pages.  (less)

at winning. Baseball Skills & Drills is packed with techniques that accelerate learning and improve execution, as well as tips and insights on how to better organize practices and correct common errors. Written by three of baseball's top collegiate coaches in their respective areas of expertise and endorsed by the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA), Baseball Skills & Drills is absolutely the most complete instructional guide of its kind. This book offers 17 concise chapters including: catching and pitching with Coach Pat McMahon of Mississippi State University, hitting and base running with Coach Mark Johnson of Texas A&M University, and fielding with by Coach Jack Leggett of Clemson University. Baseball Skills & Drills is an extraordinary book with 225 pages of relevant information and more than 200 photos that help illustrate the practical instructions on the basic skills and drills for developing top players at any age. About the Author Three of the most prolific and successful baseball coaches contribute their expertise on behalf of the American Baseball Coaches Association. Each coach has established himself as a top instructor of a specific area of the game. Mark Johnson is one of the most respected collegiate coaches in the country and was inducted into the American Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame in January 2001. Since 1985, Johnson has been head coach of the Texas A&M University baseball program, where he has averaged 45 wins a year and ranks among the top 10 winningest coaches in the country. In his 15 seasons, Johnson has a record of 668-279 with two Big 12 championships, one NCAA regional championship, one NCAA super regional championship, and two Big 12 Coach of the Year awards for the 1998 and 1999 seasons. Johnson and his wife, Linda, have two sons, both of whom played baseball at Texas A&M and were each awarded the GTE/Texas A&M Male Scholar Athlete of the Year award as seniors. They reside in College Station, Texas. Jack Leggett runs one of the top baseball programs in the country at Clemson University, where he has been head coach since 1994. In his first six seasons he led Clemson to 288 wins and averaged 48 wins per season N giving him the distinction of having the fifth  (less)